02/23/2026
White Funeral Home - Lakeville, Minnesota
Mildred Lois Pelach, née Jensen
( October 20, 1926 - February 16, 2026 )
Mildred Lois Pelach, age 99, of
Farmington, Minnesota, passed away
peacefully in Northfield, Rice County , Minnesota
on February 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
On October 23, 1948, at the Methodist Church in Farmington, Dakota County, Minnesota, Mildred was
united in marriage to Edward Pelach,
with whom she shared many years of
love, devotion, and family life.
Mildred dedicated much of her life to caring for others through her work
and service. She was employed as a nursing assistant with Sanford Hospital for approximately 35 years, where her compassion and strong
work ethic touched countless lives. Following her retirement from healthcare, she continued serving her community as a bus aide for Marshall Bus Lines for approximately 10 years, remaining in that role
until the remarkable age of 85.
In addition to her professional work,
Mildred faithfully served as a Sunday school teacher and opened her heart and home as a foster mother to many children over the years.
Mildred resided for nearly 74 years in the home she and Edward built together, a place filled with love and memories. There, she found great joy in raising her children, tending to and monitoring her flowers, and
proudly mowing her own yard.
Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her four children and their extended families. She especially treasured camping trips, time spent
outdoors, and the many moments shared together that created lifelong memories.
She also greatly enjoyed attending auctions and had a special fondness for finding antique equipment, which she proudly displayed asunique ornaments in her yard.
Mildred was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Edward Pelach; Her parents, Jens Peter Christian Julius Jensen & Anna Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Jensen née Bescheinen; and her siblings, Elmer, Cleve, Jerene, Mary, Jenny, and Clara.
She is survived by her children,
Patty Pelach;
Janelle Malszycki and her husband, Doug;
Jon Pelach and his wife, Nicole; and
Darlene Enright and her husband, Jim.
She was a proud and loving grandmother to
Jaddie Malszycki and his wife, Lindsay;
David Malszycki and his wife, Sandy;
Jonathan Pelach and his wife, Emma;
Nicholas Pelach;
Jessica Daigle and her husband, Tom;
and Sarah Smith.
Her legacy continues through
her great-grandchildren, Brody, Brinley, Kaylee, Miley, Jake, Stacy, and Jay.
She is also survived by her sister, Shirley Olson, and Shirley’s husband, Harvey, along with many other cherished family members and friends
who will fondly remember her generosity, faith, independence, and deep love for family.
A visitation will be held on Monday, February 23, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at White Funeral Home in Lakeville, Minnesota, followed by a reception from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Those who wish to attend are welcome to join the family at the burial directly following the
reception.
Mildred will be laid to rest beside her husband, Edward, at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt
thank you to the caring staff at Northfield Hospital and Three Links Nursing Home for their exceptional care and compassion during Mildred’s final weeks of life.
